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Skaftafell Ice Climbing & Glacier Hike
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- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Hike along the Svínafellsjökull Glacier and climb a blue ice wall on this half-day experience from Skaftafell. Suitable for beginners, the hike combines expert tuition and safety briefings with spectacular mountain scenery. Take in the glacial sights as you climb and hike, and learn about the ice formations as you go. Even better, all equipment is included, so you don't need to bring a thing.
- Svínafellsjökull Glacier hike and ice climb
- Explore the Svínafellsjökull Glacier and climb the ice walls
- Enjoy an experience that’s suitable for beginners and experts alike
- Numbers are limited to 6 per group for personalized attention
What's Included
- Certified Glacier Guide
- All necessary glacier equipment: harness, helmet, ice axe, crampons
- Hiking boots
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Waterproof Jacket Rental (1,750 ISK)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- W75J+R6 FagurhólsmýriW75J+R6P Fagurhólsmýri, Iceland
Please be at our meeting point 30 minutes before departure time. If you arrive after departure time your place on the tour can't be guaranteed or refunded. Meeting point is at Troll Expeditions Skaftafell by the main road. Driving time to Skaftafell from Reykjavík is around 4 hours and 30 minutes
Start time
02:00 PM
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Your adventure begins by making your own way to Skaftafell Visitor Center parking lot where you'll meet your guide and group. Your guide then drives you to Svínafellsjökull, an outlet glacier of the Vatnajökull ice cap, part of the tallest mountain range in Iceland.
Before you step onto the ice to begin your glacier expedition, your guide provides all necessary equipment and offers important ice climbing guidance and instructions.
Explore the ice formations and moulins and listen to your guide as they explain how they were formed and are constantly changing. Get ready to pump some adrenaline as you climb up the ice walls with ice axes and crampons; worry free and in the safe hands of an experienced guide at all times.
Before you step onto the ice to begin your glacier expedition, your guide provides all necessary equipment and offers important ice climbing guidance and instructions.
Explore the ice formations and moulins and listen to your guide as they explain how they were formed and are constantly changing. Get ready to pump some adrenaline as you climb up the ice walls with ice axes and crampons; worry free and in the safe hands of an experienced guide at all times.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Operated by Troll Expeditions
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Sharon_P
We had a phantastic time. With our guides natalia and matheus: they told us so much about the glacier with so much passion. And the guidance during the climbing was so pleasant. It made our tour unforgettable
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Lisanne_H, Oct 2023
We had wonderfull weather so the tour was nice. We were 6 people and two of them where unfortunately over 70 and not so fit so the tour was very slow. Our guide was super nice. But we had a little bit more adrenaline and adventure expected.
Kim_D, Jul 2023
Excellent excursion! Our guide, Cornelia was very sweet and handed us off to Misha and Sam for the ice climb. Misha and Sam were very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the climb. Sam's bubbly personality was wonderful! All in all a wonderful experience! Highly recommend!
Nic_T, Jul 2023
What a great time, learning about the ever changing landscape of the glacier while getting to go ice climbing! We had a blast learning, hiking and climbing with very informed, safe, and passionate guides. Sam and our rock climbing instructors were awesome!
Steven_X, Jun 2023
Ice climbing on a glacier is a once in a life-time opportunity! Our experiences with Kevin and Yan were wonderful and adventurous
Sharon_P, Jun 2023
We had a phantastic time. With our guides natalia and matheus: they told us so much about the glacier with so much passion. And the guidance during the climbing was so pleasant. It made our tour unforgettable
Amanda_B, May 2023
We had a great time on our glacier climbing tour. Our guide, Vega, was friendly and knowledgeable about climbing. I was a little nervous since I had never done top roping before, but she made it fun and a great learning experience. It was just enough physical exertion without being too hard for beginners (there was a bit of a hike to get up there but the climb itself was just one not too big wall, and the guide walked you through everything and made sure it was safe). The view of the glacier was also amazing.
Frank_A, Mar 2023
If you’re booking this trip, you’ve probably never been on a glacier and it’s an experience you will never forget!
Scout_G, Sep 2017
Our guide was just wonderful. Her spirit was contagious and it was obvious how experienced she was. Couldn't have asked for a better experience, would highly recommend.
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